Author Archives: Lily Katz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus: Better bud battle

It’s the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus. In a battle of buds against beans, who comes out on top? Continue reading

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review: Bold beans battle the AirPods

Samsung braved uncharted territory with the Galaxy Buds Live, at a time when everyone is following Apple’s lead. Continue reading

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Headphones updates limited to certain phones — a cheap move by smartphone makers

Some headphone manufacturers expect us to pay for products that only afford a fraction of the marketed functionality. Continue reading

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OnePlus Buds review: No longer serving the Android community at large (On sale!)

These are another pair of buds joining the ranks of uncanny valley AirPods. Continue reading

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Samsung Dual Audio: What is it, and how to use it

Apple’s not the only company with audio tricks up its sleeve. Continue reading

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Live: Samsung spills the beans (Updated: India price)

Update: Samsung has announced the India price and availability details of the Galaxy Buds Live. Continue reading

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JLab GO Air review: Go anywhere with the GO Air

JLab proves time and time again that affordable headsets are more than just cheap. Continue reading

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Panasonic RZ-S500W review: Aiming for a noise-canceling crown

Panasonic continues to prove its audio prowess. If you want to tune the world out, the Panasonic RZ-S500W are for you. Continue reading

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Bone conduction headphones: what are they, and how do they work?

Bone conduction headphones are great for the athletes and hearing impaired, but what are they, and how do they work? Continue reading

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Anker SoundCore Liberty Air 2 review: Long name, great value

The sophomore slump may exist, but don’t tell Anker. They deliver on quality and value with the SoundCore Liberty Air 2. Continue reading

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Staff Picks: 7 things Lily Katz uses every day

These are Lily’s daily necessities for getting work done. Continue reading

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus vs Jabra Elite 75t

You can’t go wrong with either pick, but let’s see which one is better suited for your needs. Continue reading

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Logitech G432 review: Good for gamers on a budget

A simple, cheap gaming headset with little to brag about. Continue reading

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Huawei FreeBuds 3i vs. FreeBuds 3: What’s new?

Huawei’s budget earphones rival its more premium offerings. Continue reading

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Google Pixel Buds (2020) review: Android’s AirPods

Android finally has its AirPods competitor. Continue reading

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What we expect to see from the Apple AirPods 3

We’ll get the usual improved specs, but it’s unlikely the AirPods 3 will step on the AirPods Pro’s toes. Continue reading

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Sony WH-1000XM4 revealed: noise-cancelling AI, better mics, and more

The Sony WH-1000XM4 brings AI to its flagship noise-cancelling headphones. Continue reading

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Razer Nari Ultimate review: Ultimately ok

This gaming headset takes surround sound a step further and emulates Dolby Atmos technology, but is it worth the price? Continue reading

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SteelSeries Arctis 7 review: All the necessities

A lightweight, breathable, and comfortable headset with few compromises. Continue reading

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Best headphones for the OnePlus 8 series: OnePlus Buds and more

The OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z is the obvious choice, but let’s see what else is out there. Continue reading

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